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Stars behind the shade: FERGIE, KYLIE JENNER
Why It's Hot: Ultraviolet blue is a showstopper. "Here's a sure way to
make yourself the focal point of any room," laughs Caruso. "It's vibrant,
fun and feminine in a punk-rock kind of way." Harsche believes the
blends of dark and neon blue make it wearable for all, whether sported
as one solid color or as accent tips.
Faux Pas To Avoid: Natural inclination may be to apply this dye over
a dark base, but that mutes the vibrancy of cobalt and indigo, unless
hair is seen directly in the sunlight. "The trick is to actually pre-lighten
to a golden stage, so as to maximize full impact and intensity," discloses
Kristen Linares, Product Club colorist. Ditto for painting blue hues on
hair not lifted high enough. "In order to create a true deep blue, you
must lift the strands past yellow," says Epstein. Tammy Mixon, Farouk
Systems global board artist, explains why: "If hair has too much yellow,
you'll end up with a greenish cast, since yellow and blue make green."
Why Our Artists Predict Its Rise: Also known as unicorn strands, ghosted hair and a walking hologram,
opal manes blend iridescent pink, blue, green or violet tints over a pearly base. "It's like gazing into a
kaleidoscope," marvels Lisa Warren, Eufora national trainer. "The possibilities are endless." Consider
it a natural progression from intense fantasy hues to a more mainstream version of that trend.
"Overall effects may range from subtle to bold, which is another reason opal has become so popular,"
reveals Linares. Further, the versatile look fades easily back to blonde.
On the Verge: Opal Hair
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